Centre Manager (Longreach Regional Council)
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We are a long‑day care centre operated by the Longreach Regional Council, committed to providing high‑quality early childhood education and care in a safe, nurturing, community‑oriented environment. We believe every child deserves the best start, and we work closely with families to support children’s development through play‑based learning, social connection, and learning readiness. We value respect, inclusion, safety, and continuous improvement.
With an immediate start available and sponsorship opportunity, this is a rare opportunity to be part of a centre’s journey from the very beginning and to help shape its identity, practices and future.
About the role
* Provide leadership and day-to-day management of the centre — overseeing educators, compliance, operations, enrolments, and administration.
* Mentor and support a team of educators; promote a collaborative, positive work culture.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations and quality standards (e.g. regulatory frameworks, centre policies, health & safety).
* Foster strong relationships with children, families, and the wider community.
* Drive continuous improvement — including staff development, program quality, and centre growth.
* Manage enrolments, budgets, resources, staffing and reporting as required
About you
* Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA equivalent qualification), or an Advanced Diploma/Qualification in Early Childhood Services.
* Have proven leadership experience in an early childhood education setting
* Strong knowledge of National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), early childhood curriculum frameworks, child development, and regulatory requirements relevant to Queensland childcare.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational and leadership skills — able to work independently and as part of a team.
* Current valid First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma training (plus any required Blue Card / Working With Children clearance for QLD).
What we offer?
* A supportive, community‑focused workplace.
* Opportunity to lead a centre that values quality, staffing wellbeing, and continuous improvement.
* Professional development opportunities and scope for career growth.
* The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in Longreach.
* Relocation assistance (conditions apply)
* Sponsorship opportunity
* Competitive salary and benefits
Learn more about us: https://childcare.longreach.qld.gov.au/Home
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